Friendship Inn

Head out to Prestwich and you'll find the Friendship Inn doing exactly what a good neighbourhood pub should: existing quietly on Scholes Lane, pulling in the locals without needing to shout about it. It's the sort of place where regulars actually outnumber tourists (because, let's be honest, most people don't venture this far north unless they live here). The Joseph Holt tie-up means you're getting proper cask ales that won't bankrupt you, and the food's straightforward pub fare that hits the spot when you're after something filling. With nearly 1,000 reviews averaging 4.2 stars, people clearly rate it—which makes sense for a pub that's clearly more interested in looking after its customers than winning Instagram followers.